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NG18 ARO

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,970 mi
Last recorded20,970 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG18 ARO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 20,970 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 19,716 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

TPMS light on

Fail 15 Apr 2025 19,716 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

TPMS light on

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 18,451 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 15,781 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 11,648 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Sep 2021 8,421 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 7,331 miles
Fail 18 May 2021 7,328 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Forfour?

Based on 256,394 MOT tests across 26,709 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
4,633
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
26,709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,304
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,283
Registration plate lamp not working 2,059
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,676
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NG18 ARO is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 24,670 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Forfour fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 2,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NG18 ARO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Forfour typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 8 years old, this Smart (mcc) Forfour is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NG18 ARO?

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What year was NG18 ARO registered?

NG18 ARO is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 19 July 2018.

Is NG18 ARO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG18 ARO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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